# Metadas Version Removal

> Metadas Version Removal has 20+ active installs, a 5/5 rating from 1 reviews and 78 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 59/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** Metadas Version Removal works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 20+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 5 months ago, and scores 59/100 on our health check.

**A lightweight, zero configuration plugin that removes all WordPress version output from your site for improved security and cleaner markup.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 20+
- **Total downloads:** 503
- **Downloads (30 days):** 78 (+30% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 5/5 from 1 reviews
- **Health score:** 59/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 1.1.1
- **Last updated:** May 21, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.0.7
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.0+, PHP 7.2+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** metadas (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/metadas/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/metadas-version-removal/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [cleanup](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/cleanup/) | #77 | 231 |
| [hardening](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/hardening/) | #21 | 101 |
| [Remove Version](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/remove-version/) | #6 | 9 |
| [security](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/security/) | >100 | 1,666 |
| [version](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/version/) | #31 | 55 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| cleanup | >100 | 6,129 |
| hardening | >100 | 2,281 |
| Remove Version | #98 | 10,000 |
| security | >100 | 10,000 |
| version | >100 | 10,000 |

## Version adoption

- 1.1: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [WP-Sweep](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-sweep/) | 100K+ | 4.7/5 (138) | Aug 24, 2026 | 91/100 |
| 2 | [Simple Revisions Delete](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-revisions-delete/) | 10K+ | 4.9/5 (50) | Oct 3, 2026 | 75/100 |
| 3 | [Delete Duplicate Posts](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/delete-duplicate-posts/) | 10K+ | 4.8/5 (153) | Oct 7, 2026 | 93/100 |
| 4 | [Database Cleaner: Cleanup, Optimization & Repair](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/database-cleaner/) | 10K+ | 5/5 (151) | Oct 5, 2026 | 94/100 |
| 5 | [AAA Option Optimizer](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/aaa-option-optimizer/) | 9K+ | 4.6/5 (25) | Mar 11, 2026 | 55/100 |
| 6 | [Freesoul Deactivate Plugins – Disable plugins on individual WordPress pages](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/freesoul-deactivate-plugins/) | 8K+ | 4.8/5 (104) | Oct 4, 2026 | 92/100 |
| 7 | [Image Regenerate & Select Crop](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/image-regenerate-select-crop/) | 8K+ | 4.7/5 (58) | Sep 14, 2026 | 92/100 |
| 8 | [Optimize Images Resizing](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/optimize-images-resizing/) | 5K+ | 4.6/5 (45) | Nov 28, 2017 | 44/100 |
| 9 | [Specific Content For Mobile – Customize the mobile version without redirections](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/specific-content-for-mobile/) | 4K+ | 4.8/5 (31) | Aug 22, 2026 | 73/100 |
| 10 | [DietPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wpo-tweaks/) | 2K+ | 5/5 (38) | Oct 13, 2026 | 92/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Metadas Version Removal free?
Yes. Metadas Version Removal is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Metadas Version Removal safe to use in 2026?
Metadas Version Removal works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 20+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 5 months ago, and scores 59/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Metadas Version Removal?
Metadas Version Removal is active on 20+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 503 times since it launched in January 2026. It was downloaded 78 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Metadas Version Removal work with WordPress 7.1?
Metadas Version Removal is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.7, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Metadas Version Removal need?
Metadas Version Removal requires PHP 7.2 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Metadas Version Removal last updated?
The latest version, 1.1.1, was released on May 21, 2026 (5 months ago).

### Who makes Metadas Version Removal?
Metadas Version Removal is developed and maintained by metadas.

### What are the best alternatives to Metadas Version Removal?
The most popular alternatives to Metadas Version Removal are WP-Sweep (100K+ installs), Simple Revisions Delete (10K+ installs) and Delete Duplicate Posts (10K+ installs).


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